Bento Box Meatballs With Sweet and Sour Sauce

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 1
Bento Box Meatballs with Sweet and Sour Sauce
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb ground beef
1 egg ( alternative is 1/2 tsp starch & 1/2 tsp water )
1/2 cup onion , chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sake
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon starch ( mixed with 1 tsp water )
1 tablespoon vegetable oil ( for stir fry )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
344
Sugar
10g
Fat
19g
Bento boxes are a traditional Japanese lunch box with compartments for different types of food. This recipe features meatballs in a sweet and sour sauce as the main entree. It is a satisfying and flavorful dish that is perfect for a lunch on-the-go or a quick dinner at home. The sauce is made with a combination of sweet and savory flavors, and the meatballs are browned to perfection. This dish is a great way to try something new and introduce some Japanese cuisine into your routine.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix together the ground chicken or beef, egg, and chopped onion until well combined.
2.Roll the mixture into small 1-inch meatballs.
3.Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the meatballs. Cook until browned on all sides.
4.In a small saucepan, whisk together the sugar, soy sauce, sake, ketchup, rice vinegar, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5.In a small bowl, mix together the starch and water, then stir the mixture into the saucepan.
6.Continue to simmer the sauce until thickened, then pour it over the meatballs.
7.Serve the meatballs hot with steamed rice, as desired.

PROS

These meatballs are full of flavor and have a satisfying texture.
The sweet and sour sauce is a perfect complement to the meatballs, making them a delicious entree.

CONS

This dish does contain a fair amount of sugar and soy sauce, so it may not be the best option for those on a low-sugar or low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground chicken or beef can be a good source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue. The onion in this recipe adds some vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and potassium. The sauce contains some antioxidants from the rice vinegar and may have some anti-inflammatory properties from the soy sauce.

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